Resources

FREE Sensory-Based Family Connecting Activities

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A 5-minute daily playtime routine for increasing connection

5 research-backed benefits of play for childhood development

Trust-Based Relational Intervention

The importance of attachment between caregiver and child

The impact of stress on the developing brain and how TBRI connecting principles help heal from toxic stress

The TBRI podcast- one of our all-time favorite podcasts, explores the use of TBRI in various settings and with various populations and ages

Sensory Health

In this TED Talk, OT Virginia Spielmann explains sensory integration and highlights the importance of sensory health

Sensory processing disorder checklists for all ages.

A feelings wheel and sensation list

Neurodiversity Affirming Care

Learn Play Thrive podcast- a research based podcast that amplifies autistic voices

OT in Community Mental Health

In this TED Talk, OT Quinn Tyminski discusses her work with populations experiencing homelessness, mental health, and those previously incarcerated to improve occupational participation and quality of life

The role and history of occupational therapy in mental health practice

Examples of occupational therapy practice in community mental health settings

DIR Floortime

What is DIRfloortime?

A helpful info-graphic on the functional emotional developmental capacities throughout the lifespan

An introduction to Floortime explained by Dr. Greenspan

Dialectical Behavior Therapy (DBT)

Using DBT in occupational therapy practice

Polyvagal Theory

What is the polyvagal theory with Dr. Stephen Porges

Description and benefits of Safe and Sound Protocol

The Safe and Sound Protocol podcast